Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Weekends DayShift

Optima Living; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for weekend day shifts at Chilliwack Lifestyles. The role involves administering medication, creating care plans, and providing personal care, ensuring compliance with health service standards. Candidates should have a nursing diploma, be registered with the provincial nursing association, and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Registered with the provincial nursing association.
• Experience in residential care preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administer and record medication, educate residents.
• Create and manage nursing care plans, evaluate medical needs.
• Provide personal care assistance and mentor Health Care Aides.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Nursing diploma

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Weekends DayShift

Let us welcome you home to Chilliwack Lifestyles in Chilliwack, BC.

Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living, and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.

Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.

This is supported by our credo: “Let us welcome you home.” We work with our residents with a resident-centered approach, focusing on their well-being and comfort.

Responsibilities:

• Administer, monitor, and record medication administration; educate residents as needed.
• Assist in creating and managing nursing care plans; participate in evaluating current and future medical needs.
• Provide personal care assistance, perform nursing procedures, and mentor and coach Health Care Aides.
• Work with residents to meet care requirements; communicate concerns to doctors and managers as needed.
• Maintain ongoing competence through knowledge, skills, judgment, and evidence-based practice in caring for aging adults.
• Ensure compliance with provincial continuing care health service standards, legislation, codes, regulations, and safety statutes.
• Follow accident and injury prevention protocols through safe work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of Nursing diploma.
• Registered with the provincial nursing association and in good standing.
• Experience in a residential care setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with peers, residents, visitors, and operational partners.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple resident requests.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, bend, squat, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Compassion, professionalism, and proficiency in assisting residents.

Are you legally authorized to work in Canada? * Yes No

Do you currently reside within Canada? * Yes No

Do you require sponsorship now or in the future? * Yes No

Do you hold an active unrestricted BCCN&M License, CLPNA, and/or CRNA License? * Yes No

If yes, please provide your License number.

Do you have two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience? (Must have 2800 hours of nursing experience, generally equivalent to 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time or multiple casual years) * Yes No

Have you completed all current provincial required vaccinations, including Tuberculosis, Influenza, and others? * Yes No

Do you have a valid CPR and First Aid certification? (CPR, First Aid)